The APS Act of 1976 specifically addresses abuse, neglect and exploitation
of adults who are incapable of protecting themselves and who have no one
willing or able to protect them. The responsibilities of the Alabama
Department of Human Resources, law enforcement authorities, caregivers,
individuals, and agencies in reporting and investigating these cases are
outlined in the APS Act of 1976. Under this Act, DHR must receive and
investigate reports of suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation. DHR must
also arrange services, petition in an emergency situation and report to
court. This law also permits DHR to arrange the necessary services to
protect this vulnerable population of adults.

DHR Selected to Receive $41 Million Child Care GrantGovernor Robert Bentley on Thursday announced the Alabama Department of Human Resources, Child Care Services Division(DHR) has been selected to receive an Early Head Start – Child Care Partnership (EHSCCP) grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services totaling $8.3 million per year for five years.

Governor Bentley Announces New Online Training for Mandated Reporters of Child Abuse and NeglectMONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday announced a statewide effort to ensure all mandated reporters of child abuse and neglect receive the necessary training to better protect Alabama’s children.
The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) now has an online training course for persons mandated to report child abuse or neglect on its website. The online training is designed to instruct mandated reporters on important elements of the reporting process.